Figure 1: Percentage risk reduction with GLP-1 therapy across indications based on selected real-world studies: Sources: 1
One, tirzepatide sold under the brand name Mounjaro carries a warning specifically about birth control pills, stating that the medication could make them less effective
According to the FDA-approved prescribing information for both Mounjaro and Zepbound (tirzepatide), the medication should be stored in a refrigerator at temperatures between 36F to 46F (2C to 8C)
El-Sehrawy AA, Ayoub II, Uthirapathy S, et al
A vial that has lost potency due to poor storage will look identical to a fresh one, but the medication inside may be partially or completely inactive
Check the Expiration Date: First, look at the box or the vial